The Good Work of Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification: John Wesley’s Soteriological Explanation of Philippians 1:6

Authors

Ryan Kristopher Giffin, Asbury Theological Seminary

Abstract

Numerous scholars have described John Wesley’s use of scripture as soteriological in orientation. This article discusses how this soteriological hermeneutic is present in Wesley’s explanatory note on Phil 1:6, a well-known Pauline text. The article highlights how Wesley’s brief note on this beloved text can provide readers with an entry point into a discussion of three theological themes Wesley held dear, the themes of justification, sanctification, and glorification. In this way, Wesley’s explanation of Phil 1:6 presents Wesleyans with a convenient way of reflecting on both Wesleyan hermeneutics and Wesleyan theology.

DOI

10.7252/Journal.01.2018S.06

Recommended Citation

Giffin, Ryan Kristopher (2018) "The Good Work of Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification: John Wesley’s Soteriological Explanation of Philippians 1:6," The Asbury Journal: Vol. 73: No. 1, p. 121-137.
Available at: https://place.asburyseminary.edu/asburyjournal/vol73/iss1/7